Stuffed Mushrooms with Cheese are the perfect combination of tender, earthy mushrooms and a rich, cheesy filling. The air fryer makes them crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, without all the oil of deep frying. They’re the ideal bite-sized snack or appetizer, full of flavor and sure to please any crowd!
Times:
- Preparation Time:
- Cleaning and stuffing mushrooms: ~10 minutes
- Cooking Time:
- Air frying: 7–10 minutes
- Total Time:
- ~15–20 minutes
- Serves about 3–4 people
Ingredients:
- Large mushrooms – 12 (button or cremini)
- Cream cheese – 4 oz (1/2 block)
- Shredded mozzarella cheese – 1/2 cup
- Grated Parmesan cheese – 1/4 cup
- Garlic – 2 cloves, minced
- Breadcrumbs – 1/4 cup (optional, for topping)
- Olive oil – 1 tablespoon (for brushing)
- Fresh parsley – 1 tablespoon, chopped (for garnish)
- Salt – 1/4 teaspoon (or to taste)
- Black pepper – 1/4 teaspoon
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Mushrooms:
- Clean the mushrooms with a damp cloth to remove any dirt.
- Carefully remove the stems, leaving the caps intact. Finely chop the stems and set them aside for the filling.
2. Make the Filling:
- In a bowl, mix the cream cheese, shredded mozzarella, grated Parmesan, minced garlic, chopped mushroom stems, salt, and pepper. Stir until smooth and well combined.
- If you prefer a firmer texture, add breadcrumbs to the mixture (optional).
3. Stuff the Mushrooms:
- Spoon the cheese mixture into each mushroom cap, packing it tightly.
4. Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3 minutes.
5. Air Fry the Stuffed Mushrooms:
- Lightly brush the stuffed mushrooms with olive oil to ensure they crisp up.
- Place the stuffed mushrooms in the air fryer basket, making sure they are in a single layer.
- Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 7–10 minutes, or until the mushrooms are tender and the cheese is golden and bubbly.
6. Serve:
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy as they are!
Nutritional Breakdown (Per Stuffed Mushroom):
(Note: Based on using cream cheese, mozzarella, and Parmesan)
- Calories: ~60 kcal
- Carbohydrates: ~3g
- Protein: ~4g
- Fats: ~4g
- Saturated Fat: ~2g
- Fiber: ~1g
- Sodium: ~150mg
- Sugar: ~1g
Key Notes:
- Optional Topping:
- For an extra crispy topping, sprinkle some breadcrumbs on top of the cheese mixture before air frying.
- Make-Ahead Tip:
- You can prepare the stuffed mushrooms ahead of time and refrigerate them. When ready to serve, simply air fry them for 7–10 minutes.
- Texture Tips:
- Make sure not to overfill the mushrooms so that the filling doesn’t spill out during cooking. The cheese mixture should fit neatly inside the mushroom caps.